A meeting of the high-level committee on requirements and arrangements for the upcoming SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting was held in Islamabad today.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar chaired the meeting to review the ongoing preparations for the SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting to be held in Islamabad in October this year.

The Committee discussed the need assessment and gave directions to the authorities concerned for making efficient arrangements, in line with SCO practice, Pakistan's international standing, and concomitant with Pakistan's traditional hospitality. 

Speaking on the occasion, Ishaq Dar stressed the need for maintaining the momentum of preparations.

The Committee members expressed satisfaction at the ongoing preparations.